Minot fire caused by blown transformer put out, no injuries reported

Minot, North Dakota – A blown transformer caused a series of fires in downtown Minot early yesterday afternoon, but no one was hurt.

The fire began at 2 p.m. across from Ebeneezer’s on Central Avenue, according to local fire officials. According to reports, power was restored after 45 minutes.

Central Avenue and 3^rd Street were temporarily closed due to the fire, according to officials.